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Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome is an adverse drug reaction most commonly associated with aromatic antiepileptic agents. It is characterized by the triad of skin eruption, …
Asthma occurs when the main air passages of your lungs, the bronchial tubes, become inflamed. The muscles of the bronchial walls tighten, and cells in the lungs produce extra mucus further narrowing your airways. This can cause minor wheezing to severe difficulty in breathing. In some cases, your bre…
Millions of patients sustain a serious head injury every year. Many die or are permanently disabled. Corticosteroids have been the standard treatment for serious head injuries for years because inflammation after trauma is believed to contribute to neuronal degeneration. A survey reported that 64 percent of U.S. trauma centers used corticosteroids to manage serious head injuries. Previous trials have found …
Hives also known as urticaria. Allergic reaction to a drug or food is acauses of hives. They range in size from a few millimeters to several inches in diameter. Hives can be round, or they can form rings or large patches. Hives can occur on any skin surface, but usually spare the palms and soles of the feet. Hives are classified as acute or chronic depending on the length of the episode. Hives are raised, …
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) encompasses gastrointestinal tract disorders, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These disorders are common, affecting almost 1 million persons in the United States and Europe. Thei…
Short-acting type H1 antihistamines these medications, including diphenhydramine (Benadryl), are the primary treatment of mild cases of hives and angioedema. These are available without a prescription and are inexpensive. However, they must be taken every 6-12 hours and cause sleepiness, which can interfere with normal activity.
Long-acting H1 antihistamines these may also be used for mild cases of hives and angioedema. These drugs, which inc…
When morning sickness becomes extremely severe, it is known as hyperemesis gravidarum.So, this article will explain the definition, causes, people who may suffer, symptoms, risks from it, treatment,etc of hyperemesis gravidarum.In the US: Hyperemesis gravidarum occurs in 0.5-2% of pregnancies, with the variation in incidence arising from different diagnostic cr…
